Analyst Talk - Dr. Scott Keay - Improving Intelligence Analysis in Policing

About this episode

Dr. Scott Keay discusses his journey in intelligence analysis and its impact on policing.

This week on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Dr. Scott Keay, a seasoned intelligence analyst turned academic, to explore his 20-year journey in law enforcement analysis and beyond. Scott shares how curiosity, travel, and mentorship shaped his career, from early days supporting tactical policing to leading innovative analytical work and contributing to major investigations. He dives into the evolution of intelligence analysis, the challenges of integrating analysts into policing, and the importance of evidence-based practices.

People in this episode

Host: Jason Elder

Guest: Dr. Scott Keay

Topics covered

• intelligence analysis
• policing
• evidence-based practices
• mentorship
• law enforcement analysis

Keywords

• intelligence analysis
• policing
• evidence-based practices
• mentorship
• law enforcement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: law enforcement

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